Patriots Sign Clayton, Release Three

The Patriots have announced the signing of former San Francisco 49er running back Thomas Clayton. Clayton spent the majority of the 2007 and 2008 seasons on the practice squad, followed by a stint on IR in 2009. The 2007 6th-round draft pick joins the crowded Patriots backfield fighting for roster spots in 2010.

Quarterback Mike Teel, receiver Bryan Anderson, and punter David King of Australian Rules Football fame were all released by New England.